https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-rss/?title=News&orgId=109180 A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Otolaryngology Surgery en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:29:34 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-faculty-promoted/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-faculty-promoted/ Vincent Mase, MD, and Ansley Roche, MD, have been promoted to the rank of associate professor. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-hosts-5th-annual-approaches-to-facial-trauma-course/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-hosts-5th-annual-approaches-to-facial-trauma-course/ Yan Lee, MD, hosted the 5th annual Yale Approaches to Facial Trauma Course on Jan. 31, bringing together residents and faculty from six New England training programs across multiple disciplines, including otolaryngology, plastic surgery, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/newly-appointed-and-promoted-faculty/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/newly-appointed-and-promoted-faculty/ Six Department of Surgery faculty appointments and promotions were approved by the Board of Permanent Officers on Nov. 19, 2025. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeon-scientist-secures-fda-orphan-drug-designation-for-pembrolizumab-in-rare-respiratory-disease/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeon-scientist-secures-fda-orphan-drug-designation-for-pembrolizumab-in-rare-respiratory-disease/ Sara Pai, MD, PhD, has achieved FDA orphan drug designation for pembrolizumab to treat recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a rare and debilitating condition. This designation, based on an investigator-initiated clinical trial conducted by Dr. Pai at Massachusetts General Hospital, highlights significant clinical benefits, with 52% of treated patients showing marked improvement. Notably, this marks a rare instance of an investigator directly submitting the application to the FDA rather than the drug’s manufacturer. The designation is expected to enhance patient access and drive further research into this promising therapy. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-raul-guzman-receives-the-2024-dr-walter-e-longo-md-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-raul-guzman-receives-the-2024-dr-walter-e-longo-md-award/ Dr. Guzman was nominated by peers for his "extraordinary dedication, mentorship, and commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment." Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/drs-elizabeth-berger-and-jennifer-ogilvie-appointed-to-faculty-advisory-council/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/drs-elizabeth-berger-and-jennifer-ogilvie-appointed-to-faculty-advisory-council/ Faculty have selected Elizabeth Berger, MD, MS, and Jennifer Ogilvie, MD, to represent the department as education and clinical representatives on the Yale School of Medicine Faculty Advisory Council (FAC). They join Isibor Arhuidese, MD, MPH, the department’s research representative, ensuring well-rounded faculty representation. The FAC provides an essential platform for communication with the Dean’s Office. Representatives serve two-year terms. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/mastery-grants-advancing-development-and-innovation/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/mastery-grants-advancing-development-and-innovation/ The Department of Surgery has announced “mastery” as the theme of this year’s academic development awards, inviting proposals aimed at advancing both personal and professional growth. Areas of focus include professional and executive skills, technological advancements, and physical and mental health. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/its-official-dr-judson-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/its-official-dr-judson-appointed-vice-chair-of-faculty-affairs/ Dr. Benjamin Judson has been named Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs for the Department of Surgery, following four months in the interim position. His permanent seat on the Vice Chair cabinet goes into effect on July 1. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-balancing-education-with-other-responsibilities/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-balancing-education-with-other-responsibilities/ Balancing education with other responsibilities can be challenging. R. Peter Manes, MD, Saral Mehra, MD MBA, and David Stitelman, MD, discuss how to ensure effective teaching while handling other duties. Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-giving-and-receiving-feedback/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-giving-and-receiving-feedback/ Four faculty members from the Department of Surgery were voted as top educators by the Yale School of Medicine's Class of 2024. As part of a series on the issues and opportunities facing medical educators in academic surgery, we spoke with R. Peter Manes, MD, Saral Mehra, MD MBA, Kelly Olino, MD, and David Stitelman, MD, about making feedback part of institutional culture. Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-managing-expectations-for-surgery-clerkship/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-faculty-on-managing-expectations-for-surgery-clerkship/ Critical thinking, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence are a few of the skills medical students can learn during their surgical rotations. R. Peter Manes, MD, Saral Mehra, MD MBA, Kelly Olino, MD, and David Stitelman, MD, from the Yale Department of Surgery discuss what makes a rewarding surgery clerkship experience. Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/ambulatory-surgery-updates-save-time-and-improve-efficiency/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/ambulatory-surgery-updates-save-time-and-improve-efficiency/ R Peter Manes, MD, associate professor of surgery (otolaryngology), shared three recent Yale Medicine initiatives to optimize clinical ambulatory practice. Mon, 06 May 2024 11:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeons-recognized-by-connecticut-magazines-2024-top-doctors-list/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgeons-recognized-by-connecticut-magazines-2024-top-doctors-list/ Connecticut Magazine’s 2024 'Top Doctors' list includes more than 30 faculty from the Yale Department of Surgery. Thu, 02 May 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/milford-clinic-brings-yale-ent-and-vascular-surgery-closer-to-home/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/milford-clinic-brings-yale-ent-and-vascular-surgery-closer-to-home/ For Milford residents, a newly upgraded three-floor medical clinic at 849 Boston Post Road in the center of downtown, brings access to Yale’s gold-standard Otolaryngology and Vascular Surgery teams one step closer to home. Division Chiefs Benjamin L. Judson, MD, MBA and Raul Guzman, MD, were among the Department and Health System leaders who celebrated the official opening of the clinic at a ribbon cutting ceremony held Jan. 30. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/benjamin-judson-interim-vice-chair-faculty-affairs/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/benjamin-judson-interim-vice-chair-faculty-affairs/ Please join us in expressing gratitude to Dr. Dardik and welcoming Dr. Judson to his new role. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 22:00:00 Z https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2024/01/19/yale-scientists-look-to-hearing-loss-to-detect-alzheimers-early/ https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2024/01/19/yale-scientists-look-to-hearing-loss-to-detect-alzheimers-early/ Yale researchers are investigating the link between hearing loss and Alzheimer’s in an effort to detect the disease before symptoms arise. Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-isibor-arhuidese-elected-to-faculty-advisory-council/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-isibor-arhuidese-elected-to-faculty-advisory-council/ Isibor Arhuidese, MD, MPH, has been elected to the Yale School of Medicine Faculty Advisory Council (FAC), as the Department of Surgery’s third representative. Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/noisier-and-more-forgetful-yale-scientist-explores-auditory-underpinnings-of-dementia/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/noisier-and-more-forgetful-yale-scientist-explores-auditory-underpinnings-of-dementia/ Increased exposure to noise may contribute to the rising rates of Alzheimer’s disease. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 12:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/chiefs-celebrity-doppelganger/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/chiefs-celebrity-doppelganger/ Division Chiefs name the Hollywood actor they'd like to represent them in a movie. Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-welcomes-16-faculty-and-9-staff/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/department-of-surgery-welcomes-16-faculty-and-9-staff/ The Department of Surgery is pleased to welcome 16 faculty and 9 staff members this fall. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgeon-scientist-sara-pai/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgeon-scientist-sara-pai/ The Yale Department of Surgery is pleased to welcome Sara Pai, MD/PhD, an NIH-funded surgeon-scientist, who has deepened our understanding on how human papillomavirus (HPV) evades the immune system. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 19:00:00 Z https://www.parents.com/hearing-loss-is-a-serious-health-risk-for-kids-8386210 https://www.parents.com/hearing-loss-is-a-serious-health-risk-for-kids-8386210 From earbuds to white noise machines, the AAP is warning about the damage being done to our kids' hearing. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-life-of-a-surgeon-program-addresses-challenges/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-surgery-life-of-a-surgeon-program-addresses-challenges/ Hosted by Benjamin L. Judson, MD, MBA, Charles W. Ohse Professor of Surgery, and J3P Healthcare Solutions, the Life of a Surgeon series aims to address challenges and build a supportive community for early-career surgeons. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-usnwr-rankings/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-usnwr-rankings/ The Department of Surgery was recognized among the best hospitals for adult and pediatric surgical care by the 2023-2024 U.S. News World Report rankings. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-judson-longo-award/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/surgery-judson-longo-award/ The Yale Surgery Citizen Awards committee has named Benjamin L. Judson, MD, MBA, Charles W. Ohse Professor of Surgery, the 2023 recipient of the Dr. Walter E. Longo MD Award. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.courant.com/2023/09/12/an-unborn-ct-baby-had-a-mass-in-her-neck-doctors-partially-delivered-her-to-help-her-breathe/ https://www.courant.com/2023/09/12/an-unborn-ct-baby-had-a-mass-in-her-neck-doctors-partially-delivered-her-to-help-her-breathe/ Elianna Rodriguez had a mass in her neck, making it hard to swallow amniotic fluid in the uterus. She needed to be partially born to help her. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 10:30:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/head-and-neck-cancers-specialty-team-smilow-cancer-hospital-at-trumbull/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/head-and-neck-cancers-specialty-team-smilow-cancer-hospital-at-trumbull/ The Head Neck Cancers Program at Smilow Cancer Hospital is composed of highly dedicated physicians and surgeons joined by a skilled team of rehabilitation specialists in speech and swallowing. Fri, 12 May 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/connecticut-magazines-2023-top-doctors-issue-recognizes-82-smilow-cancer-hospital-and-yale-cancer-center-physicians/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/connecticut-magazines-2023-top-doctors-issue-recognizes-82-smilow-cancer-hospital-and-yale-cancer-center-physicians/ Each year, Connecticut Magazine recognizes some of the state’s best physicians, who provide exceptional care for patients, with its annual “Top Doctors” issue. This year’s list includes 82 physicians from Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center, the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the state. Mon, 01 May 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-ansley-roche-in-honor-of-head-and-neck-cancer-awareness-month/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/dr-ansley-roche-in-honor-of-head-and-neck-cancer-awareness-month/ April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness month. As the 7th most common type of cancer, head and neck cancer can affect several critical functions, namely speaking, eating, and breathing. Wed, 26 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://goodmorningwilton.com/throat-cancer-donna-savage/ https://goodmorningwilton.com/throat-cancer-donna-savage/ The formidable experience of contracting oropharyngeal cancer brought life-changing tribulations to Donna Savage, but unexpected opportunities to share her experience and hope with others have likewise provided some “silver linings” in her life. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-cancer-center-presents-awards-for-excellence-in-clinical-care/ https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/news-article/yale-cancer-center-presents-awards-for-excellence-in-clinical-care/ The Yale Cancer Center Awards for Excellence in Clinical Care were presented by Kevin Billingsley, MD, MBA, FACS, to two outstanding physicians at Smilow Cancer Hospital: Manju Prasad, MD, MBBS, Professor of Pathology and Director of the Head Neck and Endocrine Pathology Program and Saral Mehra, MD, MBA, FACS, Associate Professor of Surgery (Otolaryngology) and Section Chief, Head and Neck Surgery at the annual Yale Cancer Center Conclave on January 5, 2023. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 04:00:00 Z https://www.greenwichsentinel.com/2022/10/17/celebrating-the-wonders-of-the-human-voice/ https://www.greenwichsentinel.com/2022/10/17/celebrating-the-wonders-of-the-human-voice/ Press release announcing the Voice Center's partnership with the Greenwich Arts Council and concert/lecture series named “Healing Voices: At the Intersection of Vocal Arts and Vocal Health” celebrating the wonders of the human voice. Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:00 Z https://elemental.medium.com/your-vocal-cords-hate-the-pandemic-too-7061d882a466 https://elemental.medium.com/your-vocal-cords-hate-the-pandemic-too-7061d882a466 Masks, distancing, and remote meetings can protect overall health, but they are rough on the voice Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 Z